The Rt Hon John Bercow was a Member of Parliament for 22 years and Speaker of the House of Commons for over 10 years, the longest-serving Speaker since 1945. First elected to the chair in 2009, he was re-elected three times and kept order under four Prime Ministers. As Chair... Read more
A Public Address by The Right Honourable John Bercow
John Bercow on his political journey from right to left - and 10 years as Speaker
The Rt Hon John Bercow was a Member of Parliament for 22 years and Speaker of the House of Commons for over 10 years, the longest-serving Speaker since 1945. First elected to the chair in 2009, he was re-elected three times and kept order under four Prime Ministers. As Chair of the House of Commons Commission, John worked consistently to increase diversity in Parliament and make the House more family friendly. He built a reputation as a reformer who made a difference within the Chamber and outside it.
As MP for Buckingham since 1997, John won a string of awards throughout his political career, from Stonewall’s Politician of the Year to The Spectator’s Backbencher to Watch.
After stepping down from Westminster in 2019, John published his autobiography ‘Unspeakable’, which reached Number 2 in The Sunday Times bestseller list. He now works as a commercial speaker, addressing audiences both domestic and international. He has served as Chancellor of the University of Essex, a Professor of Politics at Royal Holloway and as a public speaking trainer.
A successful public speaker for 40 years, John has spoken in Britain, Europe, North America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Outside of politics, John is an avid fan of tennis and football. His all-time sporting hero is Roger Federer and he has been an Arsenal fan since 1971.
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John Bercow's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for John tailored to your event.
John Bercow speaks on Brexit, Communication, Europe, Government & Politics. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with John to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book John Bercow for events worldwide, subject to John's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether John Bercow is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what John can accommodate.
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John Bercow delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
John Bercow's areas of expertise include Brexit, Communication, Europe, Government & Politics. To get a clear sense of John's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
John Bercow can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Brexit, Communication, Europe, Government & Politics is relevant. Details of John's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what John Bercow is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with John Bercow, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check John's current availability for your dates.